Women Making Moves
Women Making Moves

Women Making Moves

Amy Pons

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Women Making Moves is a podcast that celebrates the moves that women are making to create the existence we all deserve, which often looks like charting their own path.

There are collective shifts happening in the world on an energetic level and as the divine feminine rises, the imbalanced masculine will feel pinched. The ask is that we create the balance we've never seen in this lifetime.

The women showcased in this podcast have carved their own path in their unique brilliance shining their light for all to see. They're showing "how" we create the balance we yearn for, and there is no one answer.

We celebrate these trailblazers, pioneers, goddesses, entrepreneurs, and unique spirits as they're claiming what success can look like in a world that is hurting.

Recent Episodes

Education Can Be a Way Out of Poverty w/ Salisha Allard-Blaisdell
FEB 21, 2025
Education Can Be a Way Out of Poverty w/ Salisha Allard-Blaisdell
<p>Dr. Salisha Allard-Blaisdell knows what it's like to eat dirt...to not have clean water...to get kicked out of school because you weren't taught nor had the items to take a bath. She saw a way out of poverty, through education. Once she began to read, she became unstoppable. </p><p>Amy and Dr. Salisha discussed their shared love for Grenada, their academic achievements, and the challenges they faced in their personal lives. The conversation also focused on the importance of education in empowering individuals and the need to break the stigma surrounding menstrual health.</p><p>Dr, Salisha shared a partnership between Shara Foundation and Days for Girls International for a 2025 pilot program cycle of empowerment menstrual Health Initiative in Grenada. Through education, products, and support, this program will help almost 300 girls and young women in their menstrual health journey. </p><p>Join Dr. Salisha and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://sharafoundation.org/">Shara Foundation</a> on the world stage as she continues toward expanding her work outside of Grenada in the future. Follow Shara Foundation on Facebook, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/shara-foundation/posts/?feedView=all">LinkedIn</a>, and Instagram.</p><p>Thank you for tuning in to Women Making Moves, please be sure to follow and rate the show on your favorite podcast platform, and follow on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/womenmakingmoves.bsky.social">Bluesky</a>. Visit Amy at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://unlockthemagic.org">Unlock the Magic</a>, and follow on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/amyponsismagic">LinkedIn</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/coachamy.bsky.social">Bluesky</a>.</p><p><em>Women Making Moves is for personal use only and general information purposes, the show host cannot guarantee the accuracy of any statements from guests or the sufficiency of the information. This show and host is not liable for any personal actions taken.</em></p>
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56 MIN
For the Love of Humanity w/ Janine Manning
FEB 12, 2025
For the Love of Humanity w/ Janine Manning
<p>Janine Manning (she/her) is Anishinaabe and a member of the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation (Neyaashiinigmiing, ON). Janine’s paternal community is Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point. Janine identifies as urban Indigenous as she was born and raised (mostly) in Toronto. She now lives and works in her maternal traditional territory of Saukiing Anishinaabekiing in Owen Sound, ON.</p><p>Janine shares the importance of approaching not only first nation people, but all of humanity with abundance, humility, and reciprocity. This is what she anchors into within her work of philanthropy, which translates to the love of humanity. </p><p>Janine emphasizes the importance of diverse governance leadership and the inclusion of Indigenous people in building community abundance. She also discussed the complexities of citizenship and identity, the importance of self-definition, and the need to move beyond colonial and paternalistic views on identity and membership. </p><p>The conversation concluded with a discussion on the importance of understanding and respecting the history and culture of indigenous peoples, and the need for self-education and reflection in addressing potentially offensive situations.</p><p>Follow Janine on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/manningjanine/">LinkedIn</a> and connect with her work through <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.iprfund.ca/">Indigenous Peoples Resilience Fund</a>.</p><p>Thank you for tuning in to Women Making Moves, please be sure to rate and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and follow along on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/womenmakingmoves.bsky.social">Bluesky</a>. Visit Amy at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://unlockthemagic.org">Unlock the Magic</a>, and follow on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/amyponsismagic">LinkedIn</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/coachamy.bsky.social">Bluesky</a>. </p><p><em>Women Making Moves is for personal use only and general information purposes, the show host cannot guarantee the accuracy of any statements from guests or the sufficiency of the information. This show and host is not liable for any personal actions taken.</em></p>
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34 MIN
Planning Multigenerationally w/ Sherry Finkel Murphy
FEB 8, 2025
Planning Multigenerationally w/ Sherry Finkel Murphy
<p>We don't need to empower women, they are already powerful...we just need to show them how to flex it.</p><p>Amy and Sherry discussed the challenges faced by women in their later years, particularly in balancing caregiving responsibilities and planning for their own financial futures. They emphasized the importance of teamwork, support, and intergenerational relationships in achieving personal and financial goals, and highlighted the need for modernization and updates in various aspects of life, particularly in finance, policy, and law.</p><p>They also discussed the importance of elder planning, generational responsibility, and the need for individuals to plan for their future, particularly in terms of financial security and the transfer of wealth.</p><p>Find Sherry at on Substack, or at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://madrinamolly.com">https://madrinamolly.com</a> and follow on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherryfinkelmurphy/">LinkedIn</a>.</p><p>Thank you for tuning into Women Making Moves! Be sure to follow and rate on your favorite platform and follow on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/womenmakingmoves.bsky.social">Bluesky</a>. Visit Amy at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://unlockthemagic.org">Unlock the Magic®</a>, and follow on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/amyponsismagic">LinkedIn</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/coachamy.bsky.social">Bluesky</a>.</p><p><em>Women Making Moves is for personal use only and general information purposes, the show host cannot guarantee the accuracy of any statements from guests or the sufficiency of the information. This show and host is not liable for any personal actions taken.</em></p>
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46 MIN
Coaches on Coaching w/ Valerie Friedlander
FEB 6, 2025
Coaches on Coaching w/ Valerie Friedlander
<p>Valerie Friedlander are both professional coaches and also members of the Feminist Podcaster's Collective, a group of individuals striving toward true equality and equity in the world.</p><p>Amy and Valerie discussed the importance of finding a coach who aligns with one's personal style and the need for coaching to support individuals in overcoming societal conditioning. They also explored the challenges of navigating corporate systems and the importance of self-advocacy in seeking executive coaching. Lastly, they emphasized the significance of self-awareness, the impact of societal norms, and the need for support in personal growth and healing.</p><p>This dynamic episode of coaches on coaching dives deep into "how" and "what" they do as coaches and how their unique zone of genius leads toward dismantling of conditioning within individuals and of the collective.</p><p>Find Coach Valerie at https://valeriefriedlander.com, follow on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://instagram.com/unlimitedcoachval">Instagram</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://facebook.com/unlimitedcoachval">Facebook</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/unlimitedcoachval.bsky.social">Bluesky</a>.</p><p>Thank you for tuning into Women Making Moves! Please be sure to rate and follow on your favorite platform, and follow along on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/womenmakingmoves.bsky.social">Bluesky</a>. Find Coach Amy at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://unlockthemagic.org">Unlock the Magic®</a>, and follow on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/amyponsismagic">LinkedIn</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/coachamy.bsky.social">Bluesky</a>.</p><p><em>Women Making Moves is for personal use only and general information purposes, the show host cannot guarantee the accuracy of any statements from guests or the sufficiency of the information. This show and host is not liable for any personal actions taken.</em></p>
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45 MIN
How Are You Participating? w/ Mary Waweru
JAN 28, 2025
How Are You Participating? w/ Mary Waweru
<p>Mary Waweru is a global anti racism leader, she helps people to understand their role in participating in the oppressive systems, far beyond gender. A champion for Africa, she creates community to share dialogue, experiences of, and progression with African women for all of the people of Africa.</p><p>Amy and Mary discussed their roles and experiences, with a focus on addressing systemic issues and promoting cultural and spiritual inclusion. They also explored their differing approaches to combating racism, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's role in conversations and the need to focus on dismantling systems and attitudes rather than targeting individuals. The conversation concluded with a discussion on the importance of understanding and addressing systems of oppression, particularly in the context of gender and race, and the need for intersectionality and recognition of diverse experiences.</p><p>Find Mary on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-waweru-ab9167213/">LinkedIn</a>, at<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://crestimpact.com"> Crest Impact</a>, and on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3syUTT9bYc&amp;t=9s">Youtube</a> to see her series, "Moments with Africa".</p><p>Thank you for tuning into Women Making Moves, please rate and follow on your favorite platform, also on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/womenmakingmoves.bsky.social">Bluesky</a>. Visit Amy at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://unlockthemagic.org">Unlock the Magic®</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/amyponsismagic">LinkedIn</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/coachamy.bsky.social">Bluesky</a>!</p><p><em>Women Making Moves is for personal use only and general information purposes, the show host cannot guarantee the accuracy of any statements from guests or the sufficiency of the information. This show and host is not liable for any personal actions taken.</em></p>
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39 MIN